The Elixir
(Author) Lindsay GalvinDive into a spellbinding adventure featuring witchfinders, mystery ... and a young Isaac Newton! (Dyslexia-friendly). With a witchfinder skulking about town, gifted healer Ann and a young Isaac Newton must be careful not to draw too much attention in this high-stakes story from Lindsay Galvin. Will the discovery of the Elixir of Life lead to a death sentence for a talented young healer? Ann Storer has inherited her grandmother's mysterious gift of healing, which she shares through the special tinctures she dispenses in her family's apothecary shop. When she combines her talents with the genius of a young Isaac Newton, recently arrived to board above the shop, the two create an incredible elixir with seemingly unlimited powers. But seventeenth-century England is a dangerous time to display any special abilities, and Ann must hide all evidence when witch-hunter Abel Geach arrives in town. So when the plague starts to run rife and those she loves are in danger, will Ann risk everything to help them? Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
Lindsay Galvin
Lindsay Galvin is a British author known for her young adult fiction novels that often incorporate elements of adventure, mystery, and folklore. Her most notable work is "The Secret Deep," a gripping tale of two sisters who discover a mysterious underwater world while dealing with the loss of their parents.
Galvin's writing style is characterized by vivid imagery, strong character development, and a knack for weaving together complex storylines. She has made a significant impact on the young adult genre, receiving critical acclaim for her ability to tackle difficult themes with sensitivity and depth.
In addition to "The Secret Deep," Galvin has also written "The Vanishing Trick," a haunting historical novel set in Victorian London that explores themes of family, magic, and resilience. With her engaging storytelling and thought-provoking narratives, Lindsay Galvin continues to captivate readers of all ages and establish herself as a prominent voice in contemporary literature.
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